From the course: Nonprofit Fundraising: A Beginner’s Guide
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Ethical responsibilities
From the course: Nonprofit Fundraising: A Beginner’s Guide
Ethical responsibilities
- When you think of Lance Armstrong, you probably associate him with cycling and the Live Strong campaign. This is a clear example of what it means for you to embody the organization in the eyes of the donor. Today, we're going to dig into ethical representation and the multiple key responsibilities you hold as a fundraiser. First, you always have responsibility to the organization you represent. You must always operate with integrity and treat the nonprofit's money with respect. Next, as a fundraiser, you are a nonprofit leader, a representative of the nonprofit world and have a responsibility to other nonprofits. Being honest and professional are your top priority. Never take unfair advantage of a similar nonprofit swimming in the same sea of donors. Making derogatory comments about other organizations and their operations is certainly not the way to foster trust and enthusiasm for your donors. Finally, you have a…
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